11 Pictures of The Young Elites Series That Prove Books Can Be Supermodels Too

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Nothing is more satisfying than when an amazing book has a cover that matches its epicness. One of our favorite examples is The Young Elites series by Marie Lu: it’s dramatic, dark, and totally absorbing – and so are the covers. We think the striking covers of The Young Elites and The Rose Society capture perfectly heroine Adelina’s descent into villainy. See what we mean with these 11 gorgeous pictures of The Young Elites series that will leave you awestruck!

i finished this last week but ah!! it was just so good – – #theyoungelites #books #reading #bookstagram #therosesociety #marielu

A photo posted by slytherin / ares / kaela (@demigodswardrobe) on Jun 4, 2016 at 7:15pm PDT

This book was born to be out in the wild. Storm clouds on storm clouds gives us that chilling Adelina feeling.

This was a fantastic book! If you haven’t read it or keep putting it off, READ IT. I finished it in one day, and got the second one on my phone that night because I couldn’t wait to get a real copy. As you can tell I love these books, and you need to read them asap! – – – #books #bookstagram #yabooks #theyoungelites #therosesociety

A photo posted by Sam || (@light.reads) on Jun 4, 2016 at 11:14am PDT

Oh yeah – this is totally your angle. Work it.

Hi everyone ” I’m going to die tomorrow morning.” Best first line for #zoesbooksjune16 is The Young Elites by Marie Lu ! Seriously this book is just captivating and dark. It’s super unique. Adelina is one of my favorite female characters. Well all the characters are pretty much just f***ing crazy but it’s awesome I am so excited to read The Rose Society this month because that damn ending in book one had me like: But you know the usual Marie Lu endings Have a lovely day everyone❤️ #bookstagram #books #booklover #booklion #bookaddict #booknerd #bibliophile #yabooks #marielu #theyoungelites #therosesociety #adelinaamouteru #enzo #raffaele #violetta

A photo posted by Lolo’slytherin’18 (@theravenbibliophile_) on Jun 3, 2016 at 8:36am PDT

Clean, crisp, and dramatic = just right.

One of my favorites. Adelina Amouteru. The villainous protagonist ❤️ The ending of The Rose Society was really strong. One of the reasons why I love @marieluthewriter because she always gives us enthralling turn of events and surpising plot twist. 💕 – QOTD: If you were given a chance to live in any era in history, what era would it be? #louisseandbooks #books #book #bookish #bookporn #booknerd #bookstagram #epicreads #igreads #instabook #instareads #reading #bookblogger #booklover #bibliophile #bookworm #vscocam #vscobooks #therosesociety #ya #yafantasy

A photo posted by Louisse • xx 🍃 (@louisseandbooks) on Mar 28, 2016 at 6:33pm PDT

Can this please be framed right now.

One word: DAMN. The Rose Society blew me away, it was probably the most darkly written book I have ever read but the writing was riveting and the characters *cough* Magiano *cough* were FREAKING AMAZING. I am sorry I could not contain my love for Magiano and Adelina (dont forget Enzo) . I can honestly say I have never read anything like The Young Elites/ The Rose Society, they are so uniquely written and @marieluthewriter did an fantastic job making me fall in love with the story and each character…even Teren Santaro aka Mr. Tall, Dark, and Scary. And I for one can not wait until The Midnight Star comes out. Please if you have not read The Young Elites HOP ON THIS TRAIN RIGHT NOW, no regrets. Okay? Okay. (Haha you see what I did there ) . ||#bookstagrammer #bookstagramfeature #bookishfeatures #igreads #booksoutofdoors #bookaddict #bibliophile #booklover #theyoungelites #therosesociety #marielu #ireadya #vscobooks #currentlyreading

A photo posted by Emily (@abookified) on May 6, 2016 at 8:06pm PDT

We’re definitely wondering how this angle was pulled off…but we totally love it.

#adorablebattle16 Day 3: Anticipated Sequel. I cannot wait for The Midnight Star. I love reading from Adelina’s point of view and all of Marie Lu’s books are so fast paced! Love the cover also. What are your most anticipated sequels??? Comment below!!

A photo posted by Currently Reading: (@fonsoreads) on May 3, 2016 at 4:38am PDT

Clearly blue is your color.

“Some hate us, think us outlaws to hang at the gallows. Some fear us, think us demons to burn at the stake. Some worship us, think us children of the gods. But all know us.” This is my #currentread and it’s mainly because of @booksthetics & @_theravenqueen The world is unique and so beautiful. I’m only 80-sowmthing pages in and I started it last night. I wanted nothing more than to keep reading (my night is booked now ) What’s your current read? Day 22 of #royalbookchallenge Unique Setting { #featuringbooks #becauseofreading #bookishfeature #bookshelffeatures #myescapefeaturesbooks }

A photo posted by death by Illuminae (@admirerofbooks) on Apr 22, 2016 at 8:50am PDT

The camera loves you.

I just started reading The Rose Society and I can’t wait to get to those woah-holy-crud-that’s-so-dark-and-gritty bits I’ve heard so much about. I highly doubt that Marie Lu will disappoint. {#therosesociety #marielu #theyoungelites #currentlyreading #bibliophile #bookspine #reading #author #lovemesomebooks #literature #bookaddict #ilovereading #bookaholic #fortheloveofbooks #greatbook #bookstagram #yalit #prettycover #goodbook #readingaddict #bookworm #goodauthor #literature #reading #book #somanybookssolittletime #bookish #ireadtoomuch #addictedtoreading}

A photo posted by Bree (@literaryhellion) on Apr 14, 2016 at 2:54pm PDT

The sign of true beauty: kills it in close ups.

currently reading the rose society and i’m loving it tbh. ☕️ #bookstagram #bookworm #theyoungelites #marielu

A photo posted by @fancymidnight on Mar 30, 2016 at 8:00am PDT

All it needs is a white background to show its true colors.

The Young Elites and The Rose Society by Marie Lu ⚫ This series was definitely an interesting read. A story about a rising villain instead of a hero, The Young Elites series has indeed put me into a whole new point of view. I can’t wait for the third book to come out! ⚫ ⚫ #TheRoseSociety #TheYoungElites #MarieLu #AdelinaAmouteru #Magiano #EnzoValenciano #RaffaelleBessette #ViolettaAmouteru #TerenSantoro #bookstagram #bookphotography #bookworm #books #photography #yafiction #reads #fiction #youngadult #fantasy #novel #booklovers

A photo posted by Joanne Josephine Ho (@thepaintersheart) on Jan 8, 2016 at 11:27pm PST

Love how vivid they look. Also those grapes look like the perfect luscious treat to snack on while reading about Adelina’s adventures – just saying.

the cover for the young elites book three has been released and it is gorgeous😍 // I can’t wait to read the end of this amazing trilogy❤️ // {#theyoungelites #therosesociety #themidnightstar #marielu #books #booklr #bookstagram #bookphotography}

A photo posted by L.E / XV (@ellieereads) on Apr 21, 2016 at 9:46am PDT

How amazing does the cover of The Midnight Star look next to the first two books? The final book comes out on 10/11, and you can preorder your copy here!